HBCU homecomings often occur within the spirit of fellowship and camaraderie, however sadly, one such recreation was not the case.
Fort Valley State and visiting Central State exchanged blows in an unpleasant post-game brawl following the Marauders’ 18-14 upset win over the Wildcats.
Fort Valley State and Central State soccer groups bought into an enormous brawl on the conclusion of Fort Valley’s homecoming loss: pic.twitter.com/IfjYkarhBD
— Kalan Hooks (@KalanHookstv) October 4, 2025
The battle, which took the shine off CSU’s second straight win below new head coach Tony Carter, capped a horrible week for Fort Valley State.
The Blue Machine Marching Band was suspended, and members had been criminally charged following allegations of hazing rituals.